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4.75 out of 5 stars

Japanese Hummer

Richard W, 06/12/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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This must have been one of the Ugliest truck when it first came out. However, for some reason, it was also the reason that I purchased it, its ugliness caught my attention. Best choice that i ever made, I must have went through 40 cars already and I love the element based on price, value, and reliability. I cant believe how useful this truck is hauling the weirdest stuff around. There are many things that i like about this truck and things that i think Honda can improve on. Things that I like about this truck is it hauls alot I mean alot of stuff. Its cheap from the dealer, its awd, good in the snow and comes pretty loaded for around $20k. cant complain at all!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

A Honda At Last, met expectations?

Another LT Cust?, 06/15/2005
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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Way back in '75, I wanted to purchase a Honda Civic , for its fuel economy, features, and efficiency... well 30 years later, after research, etc, I purchased a Honda Element. It exceeded my expectations in these areas. IT IS WHAT IT IS: (1)The power of acceleration exceeded my expectations. (2)Great functionallity- minimal wheel overhang, (3) complements my Jeep Wranger as a "luxury version", (4)I know what great "Finish" is. I have had several cars that had great "fit", but now great "finish". (5) Great room, (6) seat support like a my BMW- Fun to drive and capmp with- you better believe it!!!

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3.5 out of 5 stars

Please give me a 6th gear!!

Copywrites, 01/23/2009
2005 Honda Element EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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If you like the sound of a high-revving engine, you will love the Element. If you like good gas economy, you will hate the Element. After 3 years of ownership, it is a love-hate relationship. I love the versatility - I can carry almost anything from bicycles inside the cargo area, to washing machines. But the high pitch whining of the engine drives me crazy knowing that a 6th gear or revised gearing would probably deliver me an extra 4-5 MPG. It has been one of my most favorite vehicles to own, but I won't buy another unless it breaks the 30 mpg barrier. Next car will be a Nissan Cube - similar quirkiness and functionality, good gas mileage. That is the magic combination in my opinion

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Functional Goodness!

kawa, 06/23/2005
2005 Honda Element EX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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no other SUV compares to the element. completely functional, easily maintainable, very affordable.. and too too fun to drive!

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Work Vehicle

Honda Bob, 06/27/2005
2005 Honda Element EX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I use this vehicle in my business of servicing Honda's on site. I drive about 100 miles a day and have modified the vehicle with air tanks and air compressor. Also, I have my tools in the back. I installed a 750W invertor under the hood for 110V power when I need it. My laptop sits on a Jotto-desk on the right side. The backup sensors I installed really come in handy sometimes.

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